Detectives investigating the death of a man at Adelphi Motel in Taupō yesterday are also making inquiries into a firearm discharge last night.
Adelphi Motel in Taupō. Photo: Google Maps
Police were called to the motel at the corner of Kaimanawa Street and Heuheu Street at 6.30am yesterday after reports a man was injured.
Emergency services administered first aid but the man died at the scene.
A scene examination was expected to finish later today and a post mortem was due to be carried out tomorrow.
But today police said they were also making inquiries into a firearm discharge at a residential property on Tauhara Road just before 10.30pm yesterday. Nobody was injured.
"It is too early to make a connection between the two incidents, however, we take any use of a firearm seriously and are making inquiries in relation to it," Detective Sergeant Andy Livingstone said.
"We understand the events of Sunday are both concerning and unsettling for our community. Police are out and about, and available if you have any concerns."
Taupō residents can expect to see a continued heightened police presence in the township.
Police said they would like to hear from anyone who may have information about either the homicide or the discharge of a firearm in Tauhara Road.
Police would also like to speak with anyone who saw any vehicles in the vicinity of Kaimanawa and Heuheu Streets, about 6.30am yesterday, or in Tauhara Road about 10.30pm yesterday.
Information can be provided to police by calling 105 and referring to 'Operation Dell' or anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.